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lance
Plural
balances
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the ability to maintain a steady position or posture, preventing falling or tipping
- The tightrope walker demonstrated incredible balance.
- After the injury, she worked on her balance before returning to sports.
- Standing on one leg improves balance and core strength.
- The hiker lost his balance on the slippery rocks.
- Gymnasts train daily to perfect their balance.
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(in mathematics) the property of symmetry or exact correspondence of parts on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane
- The triangle has balance because both sides mirror each other.
- Architects use balance in designing symmetrical buildings.
- The equation illustrates balance between left and right sides.
- Artists study geometric balance when creating perspective drawings.
- The figure's balance across the vertical axis creates harmony.
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the sum of money that is left in a bank account
- After paying bills and expenses, she always checks her balance to ensure she has enough money left for savings.
- When making large purchases, it's crucial to keep an eye on your balance to avoid overdrawing your account.
- He checked his balance online to confirm that his paycheck had been deposited.
- The ATM displayed his current balance before he decided to withdraw cash.
- She was pleasantly surprised to see her balance increase after receiving a refund for an overcharged bill.
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a state in an account where the total credits exactly equal the total debits, leaving no difference
- After reconciling the books, the accountant confirmed the balance was zero.
- The ledger showed a perfect balance between income and expenses.
- When the credits and debits match, the account is said to be in balance.
- Double-entry bookkeeping ensures that every account maintains a balance.
- The auditor verified that all entries resulted in a balance before closing the fiscal year.
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the distribution of visual weight or elements within a composition, resulting in a sense of harmony and equilibrium
Balance refers to how elements are arranged to create a sense of evenness in visual design. It involves spreading visual weight so that no single part of the design feels too heavy or light compared to the rest, which could end up being overwhelming. This can be achieved through symmetrical balance, where elements are mirrored on either side of a central line, or asymmetrical balance, where different but equally important elements are arranged to achieve a sense of harmony despite their differences. Proper balance guides the viewer's eye and ensures that a design feels stable and visually appealing.
- The artist achieved perfect balance by placing dark shapes opposite light ones.
- The designer adjusted the layout to restore visual balance to the page.
- Symmetry and asymmetry can both contribute to balance in a painting.
- Photographers consider balance when arranging subjects within a frame.
- The interior decorator emphasized balance by pairing heavy furniture with open space.
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a device for weighing objects, relying on the force of gravity
- The jeweler placed the gold ring on the balance to measure its weight.
- The kitchen balance showed the flour weighed exactly 500 grams.
- The chemist used a sensitive balance to measure tiny amounts of powder.
- Old-fashioned balances use two pans to compare weights.
- The student checked the weight of the sample on the balance before the experiment.
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a weight used to counteract or offset another weight
- The scale needed a balance to counter the 5-kg mass.
- Engineers added a balance to stabilize the rotating machine.
- The clock's pendulum included a balance to maintain accuracy.
- Workers placed a balance on the beam to keep it level.
- The gymnast adjusted her body as a balance to maintain poise.
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a wheel or mechanism in a timepiece that regulates movement, oscillating against the hairspring to maintain accurate beat
- The watchmaker carefully adjusted the balance of the mechanical watch.
- A smooth balance ensures that the clock keeps accurate time.
- Tiny changes in the balance can affect the timepiece's precision.
- The balance oscillated steadily as the watch ran.
- Repairing the balance requires specialized tools and expertise.
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the seventh sign of the zodiac, corresponding to Libra, with the sun in this sign from about September 23 to October 22
- She was born under the sign of balance and loves harmony in life.
- Balance is often associated with fairness and diplomacy.
- People believe those with the sign of balance are artistic and social.
- Horoscopes for balance suggest focusing on relationships this month.
- Libra, or balance, rules the period between late September and late October.
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a person born while the sun is in Libra
- As a balance, he tends to seek compromise in conflicts.
- Balances are thought to enjoy social activities and artistic pursuits.
- She is a balance, born on October 1, and values fairness.
- Many balances excel in careers requiring diplomacy.
- Balances are said to have a natural sense of justice.
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something remaining after other parts have been used, taken, or removed
- Only a small balance of the cake was left after the party.
- The teacher returned the books and kept the balance for herself.
- The recipe called for using half the sugar and saving the balance.
- After distributing supplies, the balance was stored for later use.
- The company sold part of its stock and held the balance.
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even distribution of elements, power, influence, or qualities
- Diplomats strive to maintain balance among competing nations.
- Balance between work and leisure is important for mental health.
- The balance of power shifted after the election.
- Proper balance of ingredients ensures the cake rises evenly.
- Diplomats work to maintain balance among competing nations.
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